Category 3 Exposed Rotating Parts Prohibition

Verified from official sources
14 CFR § 107.130Version 1Effective -Verified 22 August 2026

In plain language

The drone must not have exposed spinning parts (like unprotected propellers) that could cut human skin if it hits someone.

Requirement as structured

A small unmanned aircraft eligible for Category 3 operations must not contain any exposed rotating parts that would lacerate human skin upon impact.

Original regulatory text

Does not contain any exposed rotating parts that would lacerate human skin upon impact with a human being

Applies when

country
United States
regulatory category
Specific